Definition

Having teeth, particularly in a specific arrangement or type, often used to describe objects like saws or animals.

Example

The saw has a toothed edge that makes cutting easier.

Conversation

I just bought a new knife with a toothed blade for cutting bread.

That sounds really useful! I've always wanted one like that.

It makes slicing so much easier, especially with crusty loaves.

I can imagine! A good toothed knife is a game changer in the kitchen.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Toothed → It is formed from "tooth" (from Old English *toþ*, meaning a hard structure in the mouth used for biting and chewing) and "-ed" (a suffix used to form the past participle or adjective). The word "toothed" describes something that has teeth or is characterized by teeth.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'tooth' which refers to the hard structures in the mouth, and remember that 'toothed' means having teeth.

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